A black and gold Bible rests on a podium, signifying that the Easter Vigil is a Mass to hear the stories throughout the Bible's Old and New Testament.
Lectionary Reflection

Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time [c] October 23, 2016

Thirtieth Sunday of Ordinary Time [c] October 23, 2016
A black and gold Bible rests on a podium, signifying that the Easter Vigil is a Mass to hear the stories throughout the Bible's Old and New Testament.
Lectionary Reflection

Twenty-ninth Sunday of Ordinary Time [c] October 16, 2016

Twenty-ninth Sunday of Ordinary Time [c] October 16, 2016
Creative Voice

Thanksgiving: Sharing Bread and Giving Thanks with Lidia Bastianich

Creative Voice Lidia Bastianich shares with us a recipe for Turkey Rolls, and invites us to share in God’s blessing over the joys of a Thanksgiving meal.
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Reflection

“Mercy Is…” A Reflection on the Year of Mercy

This artistic reflection demonstrates the ways we can understand and live out mercy as the Jubilee Year comes to its conclusion. This reflection uses images set to the song, “Deep Within,”...
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Reflection

CST and SDGs: Global Health Concerns

Pope Francis has echoed the calls of earlier popes for the global recognition to the right to health care for all. This reflection highlights the UN's goal to make major strides in combating health...
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Prayer Service

Thomas Berry: One With the Universe

This prayer service includes prayers, quotes, and questions that invite us to reflect on the life and words of Thomas Berry, C.P.  Through this reflection, participants are challenged to think more...
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Prayer Service

Ending Gender-based Violence: A Long Way to Go

As we commemorate the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women this month, this prayer service reminds us of the painful realities faced by so many women every day and...
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Prayer

Prayer: Saint Martin de Porres

Saint Martin de Porres is the patron saint of mixed-race peoples and healthcare workers, whose feast day falls on November 3. This prayer celebrates his devotion and calls us to greater tolerance and...
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Prayer

International Day for Tolerance

International Day for Tolerance is on November 16. This prayer for peace and tolerance reminds us to take heed of Pope Francis’s words on accepting all people as children of God, regardless of...
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Prayer

Prayer for the Palestinians

This prayer calls attention to the Church's concern for the Palestinian people and for an authentic peace in the Mideast during a time of violence and conflict in the region.
Litany

Litany: Remembering Social Justice Saints from Around Our World

For use on All Saint's Day or other occasions, this prayer is a litany of saints from many parts of the world, connecting each saint's work to justice and peace.
Unit

Unit: CST and Restorative Justice

This Unit plan includes five distinct lesson plans on Catholic social teaching and restorative justice, adaptable for middle- and high-school students and adults. The lessons include a range...
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